Derek Crockett

Derek Crockett serves as a Contract Specialist, responsible for managing the acquisition lifecycle and executing procurement actions to support the agency's mission. In this role, he handles the administrative and technical requirements of the contracting process, ensuring that acquisitions are conducted in accordance with federal procurement regulations. Regarding set-aside preferences, there is a significant emphasis on small business participation. A substantial portion of procurement activity is directed toward Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, followed by Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of awards are unrestricted, there is a clear commitment to socioeconomic goals, including a small percentage of 8(a) sole-source acquisitions. His procurement focus spans several technical domains, with a primary emphasis on facilities support services and specialized construction, specifically plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contracting. Additionally, his industry expertise extends to the manufacturing of industrial trucks, tractors, and stacker machinery, as well as the procurement of surgical and medical instruments and appliances.